Still scrambling for a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift? You – and your mum – are in luck. The Finders Keepers Sydney Design Market is returning to Carriageworks the weekend before Mother’s Day – May 1-3. It's your one-stop shop for a pressie that feels anything but last-minute. Or you can get a treat (or three!) for yourself.
Bringing together more than 150 independent designers, makers and food producers, the market is a treasure trove of one-off pieces, limited runs and small-batch finds you won’t see anywhere else. Come with friends, come with family – heck, even bring your mum, and check out handmade ceramics, statement jewellery or niche beauty.
Now in its 18th year, Finders Keepers is the place to discover emerging talent. There are more than 30 new stalls alongside returning favourites, including artist Eleonora Arosio with her beloved three-minute portraits (yes, they book out fast), and the delightful Merchants of Nonsense.
There’s also a strong community focus, with Indigenous program recipient Jimawood selling hand-rolled incense from Broome and Regional Program recipient NOA Australia with handmade jewellery from Lakes Entrance. Add in a fresh wave of debut brands like Soluna and Eve (wellbeing and beauty), Bentley Dawn (fashion), Camille’s Creations (ceramics), Natasja Horne (art), Goose & Pebble (accessories), and Makai (jewellery), and you’ve got the ultimate excuse to shop small and shop well. Happy hunting!
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Keen for a fun weekend? You've come to the right place.
The Finders Keepers Design Market is on this weekend at Carriageworks. Come for one-off pieces, limited runs, colourful treasures and small-batch finds you won’t see anywhere else.
Over in Manly, Felons is also hosting The Great Artist Market on Saturday, May 2, with original art, ceramics, fashion, homewares and handcrafted goods by local artists.
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Hope you have a cracking weekend.
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